Mapping of Select State and Union Government Ministry and Department Programmes and Schemes including Budget and Expenditure for Children’s Education
CBPS undertook a study that aimed to comprehensively map relevant programmes and schemes related to children’s education, and analyse the budget and expenditures of the same. Multiple Ministries and departments offer various programmes and schemes, with differing amounts of resources and budgets allocated to them. Some schemes have been interlinked with or subsumed under others, […]
Policy Brief: Examining the Role of Service Sector in Karnataka’s Economic Growth and Learning Policy Lessons
This research is aimed at understanding the role of ‘service economy’ in Karnataka and explore the policy implications for the future. We examine the role of the service sector in Karnataka using parameters of growth, employment, stability and sustainability of this growth and its vulnerabilities to shocks evidenced through available data while also analysing the […]
Examining the Role of Service Sector in Karnataka’s Economic Growth and Learning Policy Lessons
This report examines the transformative impact of the service sector on India’s economy during the post-globalization phase of the 1990s, highlighting its emergence as a key driver of gross domestic product (GDP) growth. The service sector’s rise, which accounted for approximately one-fourth of global trade between 1970 and 2014, challenges traditional economic paradigms that emphasise […]
An Institutional Mapping of Urban Local Bodies Through the Lens of Sanitation and Solid Waste Management Services
This study investigates the complexities of urban governance in India, particularly in the context of rapid urbanisation and its implications for service delivery in urban local bodies (ULBs). With India’s urban population projected to rise significantly, effective management of urban services such as sanitation and solid waste management is critical for sustaining productivity and enhancing […]
Do the North East States Require a Dedicated Public Health Cadre?
The study aimed to assess whether creating a dedicated public health cadre in the North Eastern states would improve their health indicators while addressing specific regional challenges.
Public Expenditure on Children in India: An analysis of union and state government budgets
This policy brief explores public expenditure on children in India, emphasising the critical need for targeted government investment to support children’s well-being and development. The analysis highlights that public spending on children encompasses various sectors, including education, health, nutrition, and child protection, and is guided by both national and international commitments such as the Convention […]
Policy Brief: Estimating Multiplier Effect of Social Sector Expenditure in Karnataka
This policy note presents the results of a study undertaken in Karnataka to estimate multiplier effect of public spending on social sector in the state using two methodologies: Input-Output Table (IOTT) and Social Accounting Matrix (SAM). We use the lens of ‘multiplier’ here to argue that public spending in social sectors is critical for human […]
Estimating the Multiplier Effect of Social Sector Expenditure in Karnataka: An Exploration Through the Input–Output table and the Social Accounting Matrix
This report explores the critical role of public expenditure in social sectors as a catalyst for economic growth and human development, particularly in Karnataka, India. It highlights the tension between fiscal management and social investment, emphasising how prevailing views categorise social expenditures as mere consumption rather than essential investments. The historical backdrop of fiscal consolidation, […]
Undertaking an Analysis of Public Spending on Children and Preparing a Child Budget in India: A step-by-step manual
This manual is a complete guide to prepare a Child Budget or carry out an analysis of public expenditure on children with special reference to India, particularly at the level of the Indian states. Indian states are part of a federal structure and though united, they are also diverse in terms of their financial capacities, […]
Analysis of Macro-economic Impact of COVID-19 and Development of Responsive Financing Model for Chhattisgarh
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the global economy, including India. Chhattisgarh managed to enhance GST collections and maintain low unemployment. However, it faced revenue threats and increased expenditures for pandemic management. This study aimed to analyse revenue losses, and sector impacts, and explore innovative funding strategies for vulnerable populations.